AGENDA. Developing skills to accelerate renewable energy deployment CENTRAL AFRICA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

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1 CENTRAL AFRICA REGIONAL CONFERENCE ORGANIZED BY Developing skills to accelerate renewable energy deployment AGENDA PARTNERS CONTEXT Despite having significant potential for renewable energy development, in particular but not limited to solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass, Sub-Saharan Africa lags in electricity access. A combination of stable public policies, the implementation of appropriate technologies, and innovative financing mechanisms can help make the energy transition a reality in this region of the world. OBJECTIVES This regional conference was organized at the request of the Ministry of Water and Energy of Cameroon, to strengthen the capacities of public and private actors involved in the implementation of its national policy to increase the share of renewable energies (excluding large hydro) in the national electricity matrix to 25% by Since the signing of the Paris Agreement on climate change, several projects have emerged on the ground in Africa. The lessons learned from these projects must be widely shared to accelerate the identification, development and implementation of viable renewable energy projects. This workshop will focus on presenting concrete examples of lessons learned and best practices that are likely to serve as references in the region.

2 Specifically, this workshop aims to: Increase participants knowledge of available tools to accelerate the deployment of renewable energies and energy efficiency projects Stimulate local technology development and strengthen knowledge of issues related to technology transfer Encourage the sharing of experiences and the dissemination of best practices in the region PARTICIPANTS This workshop targets participants from countries of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). In view of strengthening regional capacities, this workshop is aimed at developers, operators and practitioners in renewable energy development and energy efficiency, as well as public decision-makers of the ECCAS. Prior to their arrival in Yaoundé, participants are invited to identify renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in their respective countries in order to discuss the strategic implementation of these projects with the presenters. FORMAT The workshop is designed to be interactive. Questions and answers, as well as constructive exchanges, will be encouraged between panelists and participants. In addition, given the breadth and depth of the topics that will be addressed, panelists are advised to share additional resources with participants that provide more detailed information beyond what will be shared during their presentations. These resources will allow for a better and deeper understanding of the discussion subjects at hand.

3 3 DEVELOPING SKILLS TO ACCELERATE RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPLOYMENT AGENDA APRIL 17 DAY 1 09:00 09:30 ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION OPENING OF CONFERENCE 09:30 10:00 WELCOME ADDRESSES Mr. Luka BULJAN, CEO, Berkeley Energy Cameroon Professor Mama PLEA, Program Specialist, Natural Sciences, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Ms. Martine PROVOST, Executive Director, Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership (GSEP) Dr. Malachie MANAOUDA, Secretary General, Ministry of Water and Energy of Cameroon Group photo 10:00 10:30 COFFEE BREAK 10:30 12:30 Panel 1 EVALUATING TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL VIABILITY OF RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS This panel will focus on presenting RETScreen, a Clean Energy Management Software system for energy efficiency, renewable energy and cogeneration project feasibility analysis as well as ongoing energy performance analysis. Two to three successful case studies will be presented to give an overview of the software, as well as the relevance of RETScreen as a decision making tool in the development of renewable energy projects. PANELIST Dr. Charles DIARRA, Certified RETScreen Expert 12:30 14:00 LUNCH BREAK

4 4 DEVELOPING SKILLS TO ACCELERATE RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPLOYMENT AGENDA 14:00 16:00 EVALUATING TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL VIABILITY OF RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS (CONTINUED) This panel will focus on presenting RETScreen, a Clean Energy Management Software system for energy efficiency, renewable energy and cogeneration project feasibility analysis as well as ongoing energy performance analysis. Two to three successful case studies will be presented to give an overview of the software, as well as the relevance of RETScreen as a decision making tool in the development of renewable energy projects. PANELIST Dr. Charles DIARRA, Certified RETScreen Expert 16:00 16:30 COFFEE BREAK 16:30 18:00 EVALUATING TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL VIABILITY OF RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS (END) This panel will focus on presenting RETScreen, a Clean Energy Management Software system for energy efficiency, renewable energy and cogeneration project feasibility analysis as well as ongoing energy performance analysis. Two to three successful case studies will be presented to give an overview of the software, as well as the relevance of RETScreen as a decision making tool in the development of renewable energy projects. PANELIST Dr. Charles DIARRA, Certified RETScreen Expert 18:00 END OF DAY 1

5 5 DEVELOPING SKILLS TO ACCELERATE RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPLOYMENT AGENDA APRIL 18 DAY 2 09:00 09:05 INTRODUCTION FOR THE DAY GSEP/ Ministry of Water and Energy of Cameroon 09:05 10:45 Panel 2 INNOVATIVE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE FINANCING MECHANISMS Access to different sources of funding is fundamental to accelerating the energy transition and enabling countries to meet their GHG reduction targets deriving from their signature of the Paris Agreement. This panel will focus on discussing innovate public and private financing mechanisms such as public-private partnerships, investment funds, international financing initiatives, etc. Discussion questions: - What role do PPPs play in innovative financing of renewable energy projects? - What are successful case studies of PPPs in Central Africa? - Presentation of successful financing packages and financing structures - What international funding initiatives (e.g. green funds, SUNREF, bilateral and multilateral development funding, etc.) are available for the ECCAS region? - What are successful case studies of such financing mechanisms and structures in Central Africa? MODERATOR Mr. Luka BULJAN, CEO, Berkeley Energy Cameroon PANELISTS Mr. Marcel MBELLA, Coordinator, CARPA (Support Council for the Realization of Partnership Contracts), Cameroon Mr. Sergio OLIETE JOSA, Team Leader, European Union Delegation, Cameroon 10:45 11:00 COFFEE BREAK

6 6 DEVELOPING SKILLS TO ACCELERATE RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPLOYMENT AGENDA 11:00 12:40 Panel 3 RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT This panel will focus on innovative technologies1 and how to best adapt them to the needs of ECCAS countries, as well as the identification and implementation of energy efficiency measures. The discussion on innovative technologies will take into account six areas: (i) identification, (ii) acquisition, (iii) grouping by target sectors, (iv) deployment, (v) operation, and (vi) adoption (including the installation of manufacturing plants for some of these technologies). The technologies discussed should relate to the following target sectors: (a) buildings, (b) industries, (c) transportation, (d) generation-transmission-distribution of electricity, (e) biomass (wood, household waste, waste from other non-household sources both bio and non-biodegradable), and (f) households. Also, in order to facilitate the long-term penetration of these innovative technologies within ECCAS countries, the panelists will highlight indicatively the type of regulatory framework that could be associated with each of these technologies. Finally, the panel will present the point of view of universities and research centers on how they can help the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency in the region and better serve their deployment and implementation. MODERATOR Professor Mama PLEA, Program Specialist, Natural Sciences, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) PANELISTS Professor Julius TANGKA, Dean, University of Dschang, Cameroon Mr. Myrin KAZET YMELE, Researcher, University of Ngaoundéré, Cameroon Dr. Joseph KENFACK, CEO, SolarHydroWatt Professor Alexis KEMAJOU, Energy efficiency expert, University of Douala, Cameroon Mr. Sédrick DJANKO, Technical Leader, NIDEC Industrial Solutions 12:40 13:45 LUNCH BREAK 1 Innovative technology includes equipment, machines and processes to optimize the production, transport and distribution of energy that provides the same quality services at a lower cost using renewable energy resources. It could also include energy efficiency measures that define, identify, and promote energy savings.

7 7 DEVELOPING SKILLS TO ACCELERATE RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPLOYMENT AGENDA 13:45 15:30 Panel 4 CASE STUDIES: SUCCESSFUL DEVELOPMENT OF RENEWABLE ENERGIES IN AFRICA Successful renewable energy and energy efficiency case studies will be presented, highlighting lessons learned and winning practices that contributed to their successful development (including the role of successful public policies in place, project structuring, financial setup, etc.) MODERATOR Mr. Pierre Narcisse MASSOMA BILLE, Director Renewable Energies and Energy Conservation, Ministry of Water and Energy of Cameroon PANELISTS Mr. Luka BULJAN, CEO, Berkeley Energy Cameroon Mr. Jean KOUTELE, Energy Expert, Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) Dr. Charles DIARRA, CEO SEPEM -Energy Corporation, Toronto, Canada 15:30 15:45 COFFEE BREAK 15:45 17:00 Panel 4 CASE STUDIES: SUCCESSFUL DEVELOPMENT OF RENEWABLE ENERGIES IN AFRICA (CONTINUED) PANELISTS Mr. Jude NUMFOR, CEO, Renewable Energy Innovators Cameroon Mr. Dangaye Ouedemi ABDELKERIM, Deputy General Director, Agency for the Development of Renewable Energies of Chad Mr. Belizardo DA CONCEICAO AFONSO NETO, Director of Energy, Directorate of Natural Resources and Energy, Ministry of Public Works, Infrastructure, Natural Resources and Environment, Sao Tome 17:00 17:30 CLOSING CEREMONY AND CONCLUSIONS 17:30 END OF DAY 2 In light of the presentations and the discussions that followed, panelists will propose avenues for accelerating the necessary transition towards a low carbon economy while responding the energy needs of Central Africa. Martine PROVOST, Executive Director, Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership (GSEP) Mr. Pierre Narcisse MASSOMA BILLE, Director Renewable Energies and Energy Conservation, Ministry of Water and Energy of Cameroon

8 8 DEVELOPING SKILLS TO ACCELERATE RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPLOYMENT AGENDA APRIL 19 DAY 3 TECHNICAL VISIT 07:00 07:30 PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION FOR THE TECHNICAL VISIT 07:30 09:30 BUS RIDE TO BAYOMEN VILLAGE: One of the 1,000 villages in Cameroon electrified using photovoltaic (PV) systems. 09:30 12:00 VISIT OF THE BAYOMEN PV SYSTEM 12:00 14:00 RETURN TO YAOUNDE 14:00 CLOSING LUNCH AT HILTON HOTEL END OF CONFERENCE FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Mr. Pierre Narcisse MASSOMA BILLE Director Renewable Energies and Energy Conservation Ms. Adriana PAEZ Senior Advisor, Programs and Communications Ministry of Water and Energy Cameroon Tel.: / massomabille@yahoo.fr Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership Montreal, Canada Tel.: paez.adriana@globalelectricity.org